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DK55 EXW

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,392 mi
Last recorded45,392 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 EXW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 45,392 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 27,553 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 25,850 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 24,895 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 22,755 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2014 20,727 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 19,571 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,964 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 26,138 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2009 13,687 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 11,338 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 11,333 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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DK55 EXW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 13,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK55 EXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK55 EXW registered?

DK55 EXW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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